I am marketing professional who is saavy with technology. I'm not a gamer, so I bought the Sony Google TV Internet Player over any gaming device so that I could access the internet and stream content through my tv as your product advertises.

FALSE! The only streaming you can get through this overpriced JUNK machine is basic Netflix and other apps that NOBODY has ever heard of. Where is my HBOGO? Soundcloud? iHeartRadio? Compatibility is TERRIBLE. Is this caveman technology? As a loyal Sony cosnumer, this is a giant let down. You are promoting false advertising by saying there are "thousands of apps" on Google Play and not mentioning that the most popular streaming apps that drive consumers to even think about buying an internet player ARE NOT EVEN AVAILABLE!

Honestly, what does this dust collector actually do that a tv hook up to a computer cannot? What competitive advantage does this product even have over any other internet players out there? I have seen none. I have waited since I bought this P.O.S. last April 2013 to see if anymore apps would be available and NOTHING HAS CHANGED.

Terrible product. I hope you can't sleep at night knowing that you have my money and I am left with nothing. I've read similar reviews online after researching for others who are experiencing the same issues to confirm that it is not just me. As a marketing/networking exec, I will make sure this gets internet attention. It is a crime to sell something at the price you are selling it for when my dog could create a better product.

Product FAIL. Money wasted.

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A Solid Performer

Customer Rating

4.0

Posted by: Tedd

from NY

on 02/17/2014

For a product way cheaper than a computer, this unit does most things quite well, and much better than other media players on the market. If you want good network performance use the Ethernet connection rather than Wi-Fi. Obviously there is room for development, for example compatibility with Skype and VideoLan would be great, but it's a nifty addition to any TV set.

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Not Impressed! Over 2 years and no new apps !

Customer Rating

1.0

Posted by: frodoo

from Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, Canada

on 01/04/2014

I bought this unit over a year ago and have had nothing but problems with it.Sony & or Google have not made new apps since I bought this NSZ-GS7.I was under the impression that Sony & Google, had or would have, more apps available for this unit in time but no go so far.Anyone who buys now in 2014 should know that in over 2 years since this device has come out, there have been no new apps.Very disappointing!!The unit needs more processing power and speed and more on board memory.So many things Sony could have done and didn't. I will not buy Sony again. I am surprised with this joint venture, Google and Sony couldn't have done better.Don't get sucked in by what the box tells you and way over priced!!!!!

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GET FLASH PLAYER WORKING!!!

Customer Rating

2.0

Posted by: JVM210

on 07/30/2013

What's great about it: User interface, remote, sleek design

What's not so great: HBO GO doesn't work, FLASH PLAYER DOESNT WORK

SONY PLEASE GET HBO GO WORKING / ALLOW US TO DOWNLOAD / ENABLE THE NECESSARY FLASH PLAYER TO DO SO!!

No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

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NSZ-GS7 Horrible Equipment

Customer Rating

1.0

Posted by: mrh5

from cambridge, MA

on 05/26/2013

What's great about it: well designed remote and easy to set up and sync with TV and Entertainment Center

What's not so great: continuously loads, freezes up, almost never works with any video

This product is horrendous. I strongly advise individuals to avoid this product. I have high-speed internet connectivity in my house with dual-band high quality wifi. Despite this this unit never works. I have an Apple TV and numerous other devices running and streaming in my house that work just fine, yet this unit never works. It just loads and loads, and loads and then never plays. When it does play it is often without sound. It claims the internet signal is week, but considering every other device in my house and even an apple TV sitting right next to it work just fine seems like nonsense to me. Definitely returning this unit. Don't waste your time with purchasing one.

No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

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Use it all the time!

Customer Rating

5.0

Posted by: trvcrch83

from Indiana

on 04/30/2013

What's great about it: Remote! Works great with my Sony components and Directv

What's not so great: Easy to turn it off accidentally.

Like I said I use it all the time. I`m using it now for the review. People complain the remote isn`t good for games, but I didn`t but it to play games... That`s why Sony makes the PS3. For the price, compared to some of the others it`s in a class of it`s own! I got this one without the Blu Ray player because I already have one. With this machine I have one remote that will control every component I have. Love it.

I would recommend this to a friend!

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Not as good as I had thought

Customer Rating

1.0

Posted by: DTK253

from Tacoma WA

on 04/24/2013

What's great about it: Nice remote

What's not so great: lags, drops programs and WI FI signal

Not a day goes by that this unit doesn't lose the wireless signal, lags on programs, freeze ups.. and router is only 20 feet away...

No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

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Remote takes a dump

Customer Rating

2.0

Posted by: Whitefly

from Tampa Florida

on 04/23/2013

What's great about it: I like to access online on TV

What's not so great: Remote went bonkers

Well after 6 months my remote has gone crazy and when I select a character I get two characters. This happens on several characters and renders the Google TV useless. My remote was working fine and then one day it just went crazy.